2008 Audi RS6 vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2008 Audi RS6 and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,175 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (580 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2008 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi RS6 (881 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 693 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2008 Audi RS6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | RS6 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4175 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1250 mm |
